The MLB offseason is heating up, and Houston Astros superstar Kyle Tucker is the biggest name in trade rumors. With elite hitting, defense, and speed, Tucker could reshape a contender’s roster—but which teams are serious suitors? ESPN’s Jeff Passan breaks down the favorites, blockbuster possibilities, and dark horses ready to spend. Here’s the full preview.
Why Kyle Tucker Is the Offseason’s Most Coveted Star
At 27, Tucker is a five-tool phenom:
– 2023 stats: .284/.369/.517, 29 HR, 112 RBI, 30 SB
– Gold Glove defense in right field
– Two years of team control remaining
The Astros will only trade him for a massive haul—think top-100 prospects plus MLB-ready talent. Passan reports Houston is listening but won’t sell low.
Top 4 Teams in the Kyle Tucker Sweepstakes
- New York Yankees
- Need: Left-handed power to pair with Aaron Judge.
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Trade chips: OF Spencer Jones, SS Oswald Peraza, or Jasson Domínguez.
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Philadelphia Phillies
- Why? Dave Dombrowski loves big swings (see: Harper, Turner).
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Offer: Prospects Mick Abel + Andrew Painter + a MLB bat.
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San Francisco Giants
- Motivation: Missed on Judge/Correa; Tucker fits their window.
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Farm depth: OF Luis Matos, LHP Kyle Mute, SS Marco Luciano.
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Chicago Cubs
- Plan: Accelerate contention around Dansby Swanson.
- Assets: OF Pete Crow-Armstrong, RHP Cade Horton.
Other Teams Ready to Spend Big in 2024
- Los Angeles Dodgers: Eyeing Shohei Ohtani (bat-only) and Blake Snell.
- New York Mets: Targeting Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Cody Bellinger.
- Boston Red Sox: Could pursue Matt Chapman or Jordan Montgomery.
Passan’s Bold Offseason Predictions
- Ohtani Stays with Angels? Ownership may overpay to avoid fan revolt.
- Padres Could Trade Juan Soto: Needs prospects after 2023 collapse.
- Sleepers to Watch: Orioles (adding pitching) and D-backs (veteran bats).
Final Verdict
Tucker’s market will define the winter. The Astros could keep him for a 2024 playoff push—or trigger a bidding war. Either way, expect chaos.
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